I regularly swap out my socks every few months because I tend to fidget with my toes a lot, so they end up getting small holes that eventually get bigger. I just throw them out and get new ones, but I want to fix that and find socks that will actually last, even with my habits. The compression socks that I got from dr woof 6 months ago are still holding up fine, so maybe I just haven't been choosing durable ones for my regular socks.
Drop your recommendations for socks that have lasted you a long time but still comfy for everyday wear and not too expensive. Also, if you've got tips on how to take care of socks so they last longer, feel free to share!
Any durable socks that don't get holes easily?
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Dickie’s brand.
Keep your toenails cut short, make sure your shoes aren’t too tight, and avoid socks with a distinct left and right. That’s pretty much the best way to keep your socks intact for longer.
Been wearing Dickies dritechs for years.
I switched to darn tough merino over a few years. As long as I don’t grow talons, they last years. I hike, walk a lot, work barefoot in them.
I am returning one on warranty. They’ll provide store credit for a new pair.
dude, you gotta try darn tough socks. they’re super durable and have a lifetime guarantee. for care, wash them on cold and air dry if you can, helps a ton with longevity.
You really should learn how to darn your socks if this is a consistent issue.
Darn Tough. They’re rather pricey upfront, but they hold up extremely well, and they are guaranteed for life. You only need to buy them once.
I’m a big fan of Darn Tough wool socks. I wear them year round, not just when it’s cold. They’re about $30/pair, but fantastic and they aren’t showing any signs of wear even after a few years.
Merino wool
Dr Scholl’s has socks for steel toes shoes.
Where exactly are you getting the holes?
I buy my socks from Costco and never had issues for years
Duluth medium grade socks.
Kirkland wool socks
I have a pair of Merrell that are great.
Costco merino blend can’t fucking beat em
I love Bombas
I knit my own merino wool/nylon blend socks. The yarn needs to have 20-25% nylon blend for durability, but they last and don’t smell, like other merino clothing.
Duluth’s 7-year socks. My husband asks for a pair every year for Christmas and none have any wear in them at all.
I bought a pile of Maggie’s Organic Cotton socks probably fifteen years ago and I’m still wearing them. I’m not rough on socks, but these have held up remarkably well.
Bombas.